Rhubarb Crumble Drizzle Cake - rustic, tangy, and sweetly glazed with vanilla icing!

 

 

Rhubarb Crumble Drizzle Cake - rustic, tangy, and sweetly glazed with vanilla icing!

Ingredients:

For the cake:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup sour cream

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped (reserve a few sticks for topping)

For the crumb topping:

1/3 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup flour

2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

For the vanilla glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tablespoons milk

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan.

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Mix in vanilla and sour cream.

In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.

Fold in most of the chopped rhubarb, reserving a handful for the top.

Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

For the crumb topping, mix brown sugar and flour, then cut in the cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.

Place the reserved rhubarb pieces over the top and press lightly.

Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool the cake completely before adding glaze.

To make the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle generously over the cooled cake.

Decoration Tips:

Choose rhubarb with vivid pink stalks for the most eye-catching presentation.

Slice a few rhubarb pieces lengthwise to layer on top for a rustic striped effect.

Drizzle the glaze in a slow, controlled zigzag pattern for a bakery-style finish.

Use a cake stand or a white ceramic plate to frame the rich golden crust and pink rhubarb.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added elegance.

Happy Baking